While scaffolding is a necessary tool on many construction sites, it also poses significant risks to worker safety. Every year, numerous injuries occur as a result of accidents involving scaffolding. Understanding why scaffolding can be dangerous is important to...
Injured Workers Should Not Stand Alone
Month: November 2016
5 tips on how to document disability for SSDI applications
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance can be challenging. Proper documentation of your disability is necessary to demonstrate eligibility for benefits. These strategies can help ensure your documentation supports your application effectively. 1. Gather...
Is epilepsy considered a disability?
Epilepsy is a condition that affects the brain and causes seizures. These seizures can vary in type and severity, but they may also impact a person's ability to work and perform daily activities. If you have epilepsy and it is preventing you from working, you may be...
What to do if your California workers’ comp claim gets denied
Navigating the aftermath of a denied workers' compensation claim can feel overwhelming. In California, when an injury occurs on the job, workers should receive benefits to cover medical costs and lost wages. However, not all claims sail smoothly through the process....
Common workplace accidents in California
Workplace safety is a major concern for both employees and employers. Despite strict regulations, accidents still occur, affecting thousands of workers every year in California. Awareness of these common accidents can help in creating safer work environments and...
What requirements must California employers meet to protect their employees from heat illness?
In California, employers have a legal responsibility to safeguard their workers from heat-related illnesses. With rising temperatures comes a need for businesses to understand and comply with the regulations set forth by the state to protect their employees. It is...
What are some common sources of hearing loss injuries at work?
In busy workplaces, people's ears face many risks. While workers often focus on visible injuries, like cuts or bruises, they sometimes forget about their hearing. The danger of hearing loss is common in many jobs and these injuries can lead to the need for fair...
Why was your Social Security Disability denied?
When you apply for Social Security Disability in California, various factors can lead to a denial. Understanding these reasons can help you manage the process and increase your chances of success. Inadequate medical evidence The Social Security Administration requires...
Returning to your current workplace after a work injury
It is natural to want to return to your current job as soon as possible after getting hurt. Whether you want to keep up your income or you just enjoy your job, you want to know that you can go back to work even as you recover from a workplace injury. The California...
How do pre-existing medical conditions affect a workers’ comp claim?
Workers' compensation is meant to cover your medical expenses when you're hurt on the job in California. This coverage triggers when you suffer a work-related injury or illness. However, what happens if you have a pre-existing medical condition? The impact of...